Bering a single father can be one of the most difficult endeavors a man undertakes. However, through any number of unforeseeable circumstances, a dad may have to take care of his kids by himself. Though it may be tough, single parenting can be a rewarding experience for both dads and kids alike. According to the United States Census Bureau, there was a rise in single parent … [Read more...] about Single parents: Struggles can make a family closer
Top 5 things that will ruin Christmas
Christmas should be the time of year when families get together to enjoy each others company. With good food, plenty of presents and plenty of good football games on TV, it should not be that hard. However, dads can still manage to mess things up. With that in mind, guys should steer clear of these five things to ensure that good tidings come, and that ye gentlemen need not … [Read more...] about Top 5 things that will ruin Christmas
Increase in SIDS around New Years linked to parents’ heavy drinking, study suggests
While many dads may be gearing up to enjoy themselves with a few drinks this holiday season, new research suggests that they may want to think twice about indulging too much. Results of a new study indicate that alcohol consumption may be linked to an increase in the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), MSNBC.com reports.The most startling figure uncovered by scientists … [Read more...] about Increase in SIDS around New Years linked to parents’ heavy drinking, study suggests
New studies: Ferber method may harm baby
For new parents, one of the most difficult things to get used to is having to deal with an infant that cannot sleep through the night. One of the more popular methods for getting a newborn to sleep better is the Ferber method, which hinges largely on self-soothing. However, recent studies have shown that letting an infant "cry it out" may have numerous negative … [Read more...] about New studies: Ferber method may harm baby
Big Willy parenting style is simple: step back
It's been a long time since Will Smith was born and raised in West Philadelphia, and now the rapper-turned-movie-star is in the middle of raising his own kids, both of whom are successful in their own right. Jaden, 12, has a promising movie career and 10-year-old Willow is following in her father's footsteps in the music industry.Both have been the beneficiaries of the … [Read more...] about Big Willy parenting style is simple: step back